Sneaky Serana

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,861 endorsements) 📥 43,954 downloads 📌 v3.0 📅 10/7/2012
⚪ Last updated 2014

By Hobbs · Followers and Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/10/2014 📅 Created: 10/7/2012
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #41 of 280 Followers and Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod adds new AI Packages to Serana so that she is not as aggressive when you are in sneak mode. She will no longer charge ahead and attack as soon as you are detected and will instead wait until your enemy's are in a close radius before engaging in combat.

I have made a point not to edit her attributes directly, so you can choose any body or face mod you like along with this mod.

I have also reduced the overall frequency of her Detection Dialogue by 75% and removed most of her comments when you are sneaking. So Serana won't shout out "Who's there!" or "Where'd you come from!" every time you are detected.

I have created two versions of this mod for your own personal preference.

Version 1: Only includes the sneak AI package edits. This version keeps all of her existing spells intact.

Version 2: Adds sneak AI package edits, removes all her 'Raise Dead' and 'AOE' spells and adds new spells to her list (Heal Self, Bat Cloak, Ward, Icy Spear, and Thunderbolt). RECOMMENDED FOR STEALTH GAMEPLAY

It is recommended to enable this mod before you release Serana from her tomb, so that her leveling scripts are still active. This will ensure that her 'Raise Dead' spells are properly removed.

I have added an additional script to help remove her spells if you have already started the DG questline. If that doesn't work, you may need to use the console and manually remove them.

00101060 (RevenantRightHand) <<<<< Try this one, seems to be the issue with an already leveled up Serana. 02011F35 ( DLC1RaiseZombieRightHand ) 000C969E ( RaiseZombieLeftHand ) 000CAB64 ( ReanimateCorpseLeftHand ) 000CAB66 ( RevenantLeftHand )

For best results, use BOSS to sort load order.

Updates: 3. 0

  • - Fixed spell damage problem, Serana's new spells now level with player.
  • Fixed Ward and Heal Spells, you should now see Serana use them more frequently.

2. 9

  • - Minor edits to new spells to help improve frequency of use.
  • Fixed invalid script errors. Will no longer see errors in log.

2. 8

  • Removed Ice Storm & Chain Lightning, replaced with Thunderbolt & Icy Spear.
  • Additional tweaks to remove raise dead spells.
  • Revised scripts.

2. 7

- Added friendly conditions to AOE Shock a

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Sneaky Serana tweaks Serana's AI so she stays quiet and less aggressive during stealth, with an alternate version that removes her Raise Dead spells and tones down her detection dialogue. A small, focused mod for Skyrim players who want a sneakier vampire companion.

✨ Key Features

Adds new AI Packages to Serana so she is less aggressive when you are in sneak mode.
Alternate version removes Serana's Raise Dead spells.
Alternate version reduces the frequency of her detection dialogue (e.g., 'who's there', 'there you are').

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,861 endorsements and over 43k downloads—clearly fills a need for stealth players.
  • Gives you a choice: keep her spells or use the alternate version to strip them out.
  • Tackles a real annoyance—Serana blowing your cover—without overhauling her whole character.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2014—might have issues with newer Skyrim versions or DLC patches.
  • Only affects Serana's sneak behavior and spells, so if you want deeper companion tweaks, this won't cut it.
🎯 Is This For You?
For stealth-focused Skyrim players who love having Serana around but hate when she ruins your sneak attacks. Also for those who find her Raise Dead spam annoying and want a cleaner combat experience. Skip if you're looking for a full companion overhaul—this is a targeted fix.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and enable—no manual file placement needed.
  • Pick the alternate version if you want her to stop raising zombies and talking less during stealth.
  • Since it's an old mod, test it early in your playthrough to make sure it doesn't conflict with other Serana mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Hobbs
Version
3.0
Downloads
43,954
Endorsements
1,861
Category
Followers and Companions
Created
10/7/2012
Updated
8/10/2014

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